This year’s Taste of Chicago will see food trucks serving festival goers during the evening concerts at the Petrillo Music Shell. Mayor Rahm Emanuel announced today the inclusion of food trucks for the first time in its 34 years of the food festival’s existence.

“Chicago’s small businesses are the backbones of our communities and are a vital part of what make our city a thriving place to live, work and visit,” Mayor Emanuel said in a statement. “The food truck industry continues to build in strength and numbers, and my administration is committed to creating the conditions and opportunities that will allow this industry to thrive, create jobs and support a vibrant food culture across Chicago. This will be a great way for many Chicagoans to get a sense of the excitement of this industry and sample some great food.”

Applications are going out today to licensed food trucks to participate. Food trucks will be charged a 25% commission on their revenues during Taste of Chicago.

fun. is one of the musical headliners this year. Tickets for concerts go on sale in May. Seating is $25 while lawn space is free.

Chicago Cultural Alliance will be hosting the World Dumpling Fest on October 7th, from 11am to 6pm, at Millennium Park. There’s going to be cultural performances, artist booths, and of course, dumplings. The event will feature dumplings from Chicago area restaurants, serving up an international variety of foods wrapped in dough.